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Exercise And Fitness RSS Feed from ABC Radio Hobart2018, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Tue, 27 Feb 2018 07:00:00 +1100Does your body really start falling apart in your 30s?http://www.abc.net.au/news/health/2018-02-27/aches-pains-ageing-exercise-injury-muscle-lifestyle-myth/9475544?source=rss
It's true: as years roll by, your muscles weaken and risk of injury increases. But you can slow the inexorable march of time.Tue, 27 Feb 2018 07:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201802\4809004.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Alternative Medicine:MassageHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Older People:AllHealth:Pain:Back PainScience and Technology:All:AllAustralia:QLD:Bond University 4229Australia:TAS:University Of Tasmania 7005Australia:VIC:Victoria University 3000Lower back pain illustration.Lower back pain illustration.Pixabay: typographyimages: Pixabay: typographyimages-28.07251 153.41660Biggest Loser's Lydia Hantke finds the power to lift herself out of depression and back into fitnesshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-01-11/lydia-hantke-from-biggest-loser-to-deadlift-competitions/9318166?source=rss
Lydia Hantke transformed herself for the first time on the TV show The Biggest Loser. She then had to do it all over again after having a baby. This is her story.Thu, 18 Jan 2018 17:09:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201801\4788915.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Television:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Mental Health:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllPerson:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Lydia Hantke at ArtgymLydia Hantke at ArtgymABC Radio Hobart: Carol Rbus: ABC Radio Hobart: Carol Rbus-42.8847 147.3303Chasing waterfalls across Tasmania don't stick to the rivers and lakes that you're used tohttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-01-06/chasing-waterfalls-for-better-health-and-community-spirit/9298800?source=rss
Get some inspiration to get off the couch and spend time listening to nature while hunting for waterfalls.Sat, 06 Jan 2018 09:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201801\4787401.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Photography:AllEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksEnvironment:Rivers:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Liffey FallsLiffey FallsSupplied: Craig Doumouras: Supplied: Craig Doumouras-42.8847 147.3303Cystic fibrosis no barrier to Jack Dyson's bodybuilding dreamhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-10-06/cystic-fibrosis-not-stopping-bodybuilding-dream/9017984?source=rss
A young Tassie man is sharing his journey with bodybuilding and cystic fibrosis to help spread understanding of the condition.Fri, 06 Oct 2017 10:11:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201710\4745377.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:People:AllSport:Other Sports:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Jack Dyson with Arnold SchwarzeneggerJack Dyson with Arnold SchwarzeneggerSupplied: Jack Dyson: Supplied: Jack Dyson-42.8847 147.3303Brown fat: Why exercising in the cold isn't such a bad idea after allhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-08-14/increasing-brown-fat-by-exercising-in-the-cold/8796938?source=rss
Feeling cold isn't all bad, and it might even help your body grow more brown fat, which apparently is good fat to have.Mon, 14 Aug 2017 07:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201708\4717806.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Obesity:AllHuman Interest:All:AllScience and Technology:Anatomy:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Swimmers exit the water after Dark Mofo's 2017 winter solstice nude swimSwimmers exit the water after Dark Mofo's 2017 winter solstice nude swimABC News: Ros Lehman: ABC News: Ros Lehman-42.8847 147.3303Get ready for the Point to Pinnacle with tips to prepare for a half marathonhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-08-01/point-to-pinnacle-tips-to-prepare-for-a-half-marathon/8760518?source=rss
Running or walking a half marathon is never easy; doing one that is all uphill as well like the Point to Pinnacle just makes it that much harder.Tue, 01 Aug 2017 11:36:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201708\4711159.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Marathon:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Point to Pinnacle startPoint to Pinnacle startABC News: Scott Rollinson: ABC News: Scott Rollinson-42.8847 147.3303Ninja Warrior wannabes test their mettle at purpose-built obstacle coursehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-07-24/tassie-ninjas-new-warrior-gym/8737686?source=rss
Ever watched a TV program and thought: "I could do that?" You can now put your physical wellbeing where your mouth is with at this Ninja Warrior obstacle course.Mon, 24 Jul 2017 17:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201707\4707003.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Rokeby 7019Harry demonstrating the ringsHarry demonstrating the ringsABC Radio Hobart: Carol Rbus: ABC Radio Hobart: Carol Rbus-42.8847 147.3303Climbing the Abels: Three Tasmanian mountains worth the walkhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-03-11/bill-wilkinsons-top-three-tasmanian-abels/8342972?source=rss
An Abel is a mountain in Tasmania that is 1,100 metres or higher. There are heaps of them. Bill Wilkinson has written two books about them and these are his favourite three to walk.Sat, 11 Mar 2017 11:49:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201703\4634351.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000View of Lake St ClairView of Lake St ClairSupplied: Charles Chadwick: Supplied: Charles Chadwick-42.8167 147.8167Easy and child-friendly bushwalks around Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-12-15/child-friendly-bushwalks-around-hobart/8121622?source=rss
Tasmania is known for its bushwalks, and there are plenty you can tackle with toddlers in tow that will not leave you carrying them back to the car.Thu, 15 Dec 2016 11:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201612\4592891.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenEnvironment:Conservation:National ParksHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Lifestyle:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Unidentifiable children at Snug FallsUnidentifiable children at Snug Falls936 ABC Hobart: Carol Rbus: 936 ABC Hobart: Carol Rbus-42.8847 147.3303Tips for avoiding cricket injuries from Tasmanian Roar's Isobel Joycehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-08/avoiding-cricket-injuries-with-isobel-joyce/8002754?source=rss
It's cricket season a time when many a backyard or amateur player can pull up with a sore shoulder or twisted ankle. Tasmanian Roar player Isobel Joyce shares some tips on how to not get injured.Tue, 08 Nov 2016 12:13:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201611\4571056.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Sports injuriesHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllSport:All:AllSport:Cricket:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Kids playing cricketKids playing cricketPixabay: shents: Pixabay: shents-42.8847 147.3303AcroYoga: Hobart's latest fitness trend combines play with exercisehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-24/acroyoga-trend-arrives-in-hobart/7779614?source=rss
Om, how do they do that? AcroYoga is the combination of the calming moves of yoga and the playfulness and trust of acrobatics.Wed, 24 Aug 2016 12:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4525718.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Lifestyle:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ebony Prinns and Scott Chashins doing acroyogaEbony Prinns and Scott Chashins doing acroyoga936 ABC Hobart: Ted Dobrotin: 936 ABC Hobart: Ted DobrotinAcroYoga in action in HobartAcroYoga in action in Hobart936 ABC Hobart: Carol Rbus-42.8847 147.3303John Maclean's determination to walk againhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2016/08/22/4524275.htm?source=rss
John was left paraplegic after a near fatal accident in his early 20s.Mon, 22 Aug 2016 13:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4524275.xmlABC Radio HobartcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):Non FictionArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllHealth:Alternative Medicine:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHealth:Pain:AllHealth:Rehabilitation:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioSport:All:AllSport:Cycling:AllSport:Marathon:AllSport:Olympics (Summer):AllSport:Other Sports:AllSport:Rowing:AllHealth:Brain and Nervous System:AllArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AuthorSport:Paralympics:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000John Maclean - Conversations John Maclean ABC Radio: John Maclean 2000 Olympics - Conversations John Maclean at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games - wheelchair racing demonstration eventSupplied: John Maclean - Conversations John Maclean in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Walking for fitness and friendship with the Best Foot Forward walking grouphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-26/best-foot-forward-community-walking-group/7660880?source=rss
The Best Foot Forward community walking group encourages fitness and friendship through walking in Hobart's northern suburbs.Tue, 26 Jul 2016 12:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4507572.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:StrokeHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllAustralia:TAS:Montrose 7010Best Foot Forward walking group at Montrose BayBest Foot Forward walking group at Montrose Bay936 ABC Hobart: Carol Rbus: 936 ABC Hobart: Carol Rbus-42.8283 147.2655Hobart retirees' minds and bodies kept healthy thanks to Zumbahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-04-19/dance-classes-in-hobart-for-seniors-prove-popular/7335674?source=rss
An exercise program centred around up-tempo Latin beats and dance moves is proving popular among Hobart's retirees.Tue, 19 Apr 2016 10:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201604\4445870.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Older People:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Zumba Gold class in HobartZumba Gold class in Hobart936 ABC Hobart: Carol Raabus: 936 ABC Hobart: Carol Raabus-42.8847 147.3303Swimming lessons a cultural exchange for young migrant menhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-01/swimming-lessons-a-cultural-exchange-for-young-migrant-men/6989368?source=rss
Learning to swim as a teenager or adult can be daunting. A class for migrants takes away that barriers to the Australian pastime.Tue, 01 Dec 2015 14:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4363606.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Immigration:RefugeesEducation:Schools:Secondary SchoolsHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllSport:Swimming:AllAustralia:TAS:North Hobart 7000Hem and Surjen at the Friends' PoolHem and Surjen at the Friends' Pool936 ABC Hobart: Carol Raabus: 936 ABC Hobart: Carol Raabus-42.875 147.3122Nick Bennett: face to face with violence on the Black Cat Trackhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2015/09/11/4310523.htm?source=rss
Nick's life has been dotted with near-death experiences, including being attacked while trekking the Black Cat Track. (R)Fri, 11 Sep 2015 10:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201509\4310523.xmlABC Radio HobartcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthCommunity and Society:Careers:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:ABCLaw, Crime and Justice:All:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Police:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Nick Bennett Nick BennettABC Local: Nick Bennett - Conversations (R)Nick Bennett in conversation with Richard Fidler (R)-27.4698 153.024Hobart woman celebrates the benefits of aikido, 50 years after taking up the sporthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-10/69-year-old-hobart-woman-still-flipping-young-men-in-martial-art/6610216?source=rss
A 69-year-old Hobart woman gets her kicks flipping young men upside down using her skills in aikido, a mixed martial art that developed from jiu jitsu.Fri, 10 Jul 2015 14:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4271455.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AllCommunity and Society:All:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Older People:AllHealth:Self Help:AllSport:All:AllSport:Martial Arts:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Sensei Hanifa Leoni Macfarlane has been practicing her martial arts for 50 yearsSensei Hanifa Leoni Macfarlane has been practicing her martial arts for 50 yearsSupplied: Hanifa Leoni Macfarlane: Supplied: Hanifa Leoni Macfarlane-42.8847 147.3303More than a marathon: 'Super Steve' runs 50 kilometres in five hours at Royal Hobart Hospitalhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-03/hobart-man-runs-50-kilometres-in-five-hours-inside-royal-hobart/6592620?source=rss
A Hobart nurse has run 50 kilometres in five hours inside the Royal Hobart Hospital to lift the spirits of children in the emergency department.Fri, 03 Jul 2015 14:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201507\4267123.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Emotions:HappinessCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllSport:All:AllSport:Athletics:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Super Steve ran 50 kilometres in five hours inside Royal Hobart HospitalSuper Steve ran 50 kilometres in five hours inside Royal Hobart HospitalSupplied: Domhnall Brannigan: Supplied: Domhnall Brannigan-42.8847 147.3303Tennis legend Rod Laverhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2015/03/19/4197237.htm?source=rss
Rod Laver was a master of the game of tennis in a golden age of the sport.Thu, 19 Mar 2015 10:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201503\4197237.xmlABC Radio HobartcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AllArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AutobiographyArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllEducation:Lifelong Learning:AllEducation:Vocational:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHealth:Older People:AllHealth:Rehabilitation:AllHuman Interest:People:AllSport:All:AllSport:Coaching:AllSport:Tennis:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllCommunity and Society:Relationships:AllArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):AuthorArts and Entertainment:Film (Movies):ActorSport:Tennis:Australian OpenCommunity and Society:Emotions:HappinessEvent:US Open:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Rod LaverRod LaverABC Local: Rod Laver - Conversations (Rpt)Rod Laver in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Boxer Bianca Elmir: fighting cultural stereotypeshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2015/02/18/4180733.htm?source=rss
Bianca 'Bam Bam' Elmir is an internationally successful kickboxer, and now a rising star on the boxing scene.Wed, 18 Feb 2015 14:53:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201502\4180733.xmlABC Radio HobartcanberrasydneydarwinbrisbaneadelaidehobartperthArts and Entertainment:Books (Literature):BiographyArts and Entertainment:Radio:AllCommunity and Society:Feminism:AllCommunity and Society:Immigration:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllSport:All:AllSport:Boxing:AllSport:Coaching:AllCommunity and Society:Charities:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Relationships:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:NT:AllAustralia:NT:Darwin 0800Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Bianca ElmirBianca ElmirABC Local: Bianca Elmir - Conversations (Rpt)Bianca Elmir in conversation with Richard Fidler. -27.4698 153.024Risdon Vale bike program offers alternative to traditional classroom learninghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-12-12/risdon-vale-bike-program-teaching-different-skills/5962754?source=rss
Young people from the Risdon Vale area in southern Tasmania have the opportunity to leave the traditional classroom and engage in a different type of learning in the bike collective program.Fri, 12 Dec 2014 15:22:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201412\4147816.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartEducation:Lifelong Learning:AllEducation:Schools:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Risdon Vale 7016Anthony Edler is the project manager at the Risdon Vale Bike Collective.Anthony Edler is the project manager at the Risdon Vale Bike Collective.936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper: 936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper-42.8139 147.3499Hobart woman uses yoga to raise money for animal welfarehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-01/hobart-woman-uses-yoga-to-raise-money-for-animal-welfare/5781142?source=rss
Hobart yoga teacher and animals lover Anissa Goemann has combined her two passions to raise money for animal welfare.Thu, 02 Oct 2014 13:23:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201410\4098418.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Charities:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Animal Welfare:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ms Gomann with her dog Ruby.Ms Gomann with her dog Ruby.936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper: 936 ABC Hobart: Fred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303Hobart's Hutchins School makes bid to set world record beep testhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-09-08/hutchens-school-makes-bid-to-set-record-beep-test/5728558?source=rss
Hobart's Hutchins boys school is awaiting confirmation that it has broken the Guinness World Record for the most participants in a beep test.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 07:28:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4083479.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartEducation:All:AllEducation:Schools:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hutchens students take part in world record beep test bidHutchens students take part in world record beep test bidBy Kristy Sheridan: By Kristy Sheridan-42.8847 147.3303Former soldier teaching yoga in southern Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-08-04/former-soldier-teaching-yoga-in-southern-tasmania/5646916?source=rss
Ben Boyle is a former soldier and owned a real estate business and now he's teaching yoga in southern Tasmania.Mon, 04 Aug 2014 16:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201408\4060500.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartDefence and National Security:Defence Forces:ArmyHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Cygnet 7112Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ben Boyle pointing to where he grew up in Deep Bay, southern Tasmania taken on July 31, 2014.Ben Boyle pointing to where he grew up in Deep Bay, southern Tasmania taken on July 31, 2014.936 ABC Hobart: Penny McLeod: 936 ABC Hobart: Penny McLeod-42.8847 147.3303Hafey's protege remembers Richmond legendhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/05/13/4003725.htm?source=rss
Paul Sproule, former Richmond Football Club player and coach, remembers Tom Hafey, the four-time Richmond Tigers' premiership coach, who died 12 May at the age of 82 from brain cancer.Tue, 13 May 2014 16:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201405\4003725.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartmelbourneHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:All:AllSport:Australian Football League:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:VIC:Richmond 3121Tom HafeyTom HafeySupplied: SuppliedPaul Sproule on Tommy HafeyPaul Sproule, former Richmond Football Club player and coach, remembering the late Tom Hafey. Leon Compton-37.8203 144.999Trained turned trainer in Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/02/24/3951258.htm?source=rss
Lydia Hantke lost 57 kilograms as part of a reality television program and admits her weight reached a point where she could no longer ignore it.
Mon, 24 Feb 2014 16:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3951258.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Grief:AllEducation:Community Education:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Food and Cooking:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Food Processing:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllCommunity and Society:Relationships:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Emotions:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Lydia Hantke Lydia Hantke says my body has carted "my around and it's done a fantastic job for a lot of years but I didn't look after it, I didn't treat it with the respect that I should"Fred HooperABC Local : Fred Hooper-42.8847 147.3303UTAS encourages office workers to get movinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-29/utas-encourages-office-workers-to-get-moving/4987616?source=rss
An increase in sedentary lifestyles and chronic disease is motivating the University of Tasmania to become a national health and exercise hub.Sun, 29 Sep 2013 11:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3858557.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasEducation:University and Further Education:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Office workers exercise at their desk as part of a UTAS health programOffice workers exercise at their desk as part of a UTAS health program: Uni set to become exercise hub.An increase in sedentary lifestyles and chronic disease has inspired The University of Tasmania to become a national health and exercise hub.Emily Bryan-42.8847 147.3303Boosting self-esteem through literacy and numeracyhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/11/09/3629409.htm?source=rss
In a new publication 'Steps and Stories' nine Tasmanians talk about their jounreys in literacy and numeracy.Fri, 09 Nov 2012 15:50:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201211\3629409.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasEducation:Access To Education:AllEducation:Adult Education:AllEducation:Continuing Education:AllEducation:Lifelong Learning:AllEducation:Retraining:AllEducation:Subjects:EnglishEducation:Subjects:MathematicsEducation:Vocational:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllHealth:Self Help:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Steps and storiesSteps and stories - nine Tasmanians tell of their experiences imroving their skills in literacy and numeracy. Sarah Gillmansupplied: Sarah GillmanLiteracy boosts self-esteem936 ABC Hobart Drive Presenter Sarah Gillman talks with Jenni Anderson, President of the Tasmanian Council of Adult Literacy, and Brian Cameron, who tells his story in a new publication Steps and Stories - nine Tasmanians and their journeys in literacy and numeracy. Sarah Gillman-42.8847 147.3303Hobart cyclists don the lycra for Ride 2 Work Dayhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2012/10/17/3612586.htm?source=rss
Hundreds of locals have flocked to Hobart's waterfront to celebrate National Ride 2 Work Day.Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:28:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3612586.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Cycling:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Hundreds of people in Mawson Place for Ride 2 Work DayMore than 300 people flocked to Mawson place for the Ride 2 Work Day free breakfast.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsBike expert Mark Bowden talks to Ryk GoddardBike expert Mark Bowden explains how to give your neglected bicycle the once over before taking it out for a spin.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsPhill Georgeff from Dover on his unicyclePhill Georgeff from Dover rides his unicycle on the waterfront.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsGroup of early morning cyclistsEarly-bird cyclists (L to R) Wayne from Howrah, Alycia from Howrah, Julie from Rosny, Amanda from North Hobart and Melissa from Bellerive enjoy breakfast on their way to work.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsTwo riders silhouetted in the sunriseThese riders were up pretty early in the morning to catch the free Ride 2 Work breakfast.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsKaylene Allen and her electric bicycleKaylene Allen shows off her electric bicycleDamien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsCyclist and St John volunteer Darrell VincentBeneath his high visibility clothing cyclist Darrell Vincent reveals he is in fact a volunteer with St John Ambulance.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsCyclist Paul from Huonville tows his two children Edison and AylaPaul from Huonville likes to get out for a cycle and his two children Edison and Ayla like to come along for the ride!Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsRider gets attacked by a stuffed bee on an obstacle courseAn obstacle course ran cyclists through common dangers like glass, pdestrians, car doors and the occasional swooping stuffed bee.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsBicycle Network workplace ambassador Brian Ritchie talks to Ryk GoddardLocal superstar (and former Violent Femmes bass player) Brian Ritchie is a keen cyclist but says he does not believe in the compulsory wearing of helmets.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsTwo men fix the seat on a bicycleIt is important to make sure your bike is in good working order before hitting the road.Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsExpert Mark Bowden explains how to fix up your old bikeWhat should you do to make sure everything is shipshape if you feel like dragging the old bike out how the shed?Ryk Goddard-42.8847 147.3303Health and wellbeing in the workplacehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/10/02/3602213.htm?source=rss
Do you know what free services are available to address the health and wellbeing of staff at your workplace? One local business explains how they've managed to improve the overall wellbeing of its workers.Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201210\3602213.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasDisasters and Accidents:Accidents:WorkplaceHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250RunningABC CatalystABC Catalyst: ABC CatalystSamantha Forrest interviewPenny Terry-41.447 147.1386How much water is dangerous to drink?http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/09/18/3592347.htm?source=rss
The death of a bushwalker has sparked calls for education on the dangers of drinking too much water; but how much is too much?Tue, 18 Sep 2012 09:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3592347.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasCommunity and Society:Death:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllHealth:safety:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Australia:TAS:North Motton 7315A man drinks from a large bottle of waterWe are bombarded with the message to stay hydrated but where do we draw the line?
Damien Larkins (File photo)ABC Local: Damien Larkins (File photo)-41.2000 146.1000Tas bodybuilding titleshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-09-16/tas-bodybuilding-titles/4264360?source=rss
Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3591171.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Tas bodybuilding titlesTas bodybuilding titles7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASTas bodybuilding titlesMore than 30 competitors have flexed their muscles in the Tasmanian bodybuilding championships, held in Hobart.Jackson Vernon-42.8847 147.3303Tassie Tough Mudders step up to the challengehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/09/06/3584573.htm?source=rss
It is quite common to find young people in Hobart at three o'clock in the morning, yet they're rarely pushing themselves through intense physical exercise.Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:10:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201209\3584573.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Tough Mudder competitors train on the Hobart waterfrontA group of people train for the Tough Mudder competition on the Hobarr waterfrontJason AllieSupplied: Jason AllieTassie Tough Mudders step up to the challengeIt is quite common to find young people in Hobart at three o'clock in the morning, yet they're rarely pushing themselves through intense physical exercise.Marcus Taylor-42.8847 147.3303Hobart couch potatoes have just lost an excusehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/07/19/3549293.htm?source=rss
Expense won't be an issue at the new outdoor gym that's just opened on Hobart's Domain; because it's free.Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3549293.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A new outdoor gym at Hobart's DomainA new outdoor gym at Hobart's DomainAnnie WarburtonABC Local: Annie WarburtonAnnie Warburton tries out a recumbent cycling machine at Hobart's outdoor gymAnnie Warburton tries out a recumbent cycling machine at Hobart's outdoor gymABC Local: Hobart's Outdoor Gym - Rotary Club's Susan Tremayne gives a tourThe Hobart Rotary Club's Susan Tremayne gives a tour of a new outdoor gym at the Domain.Annie Warburton-42.8847 147.3303Get fit on Evenings- by watching what you eat.http://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/07/12/3544696.htm?source=rss
Michael Veitch has been spending some time on the Evenings program exploring a variety of ways to eat well and get fit- listen in to some of the conversation.Thu, 12 Jul 2012 16:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3544696.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Dietician Maree Taylor talks to Michael Veitch. Dietician Maree Taylor talks to Michael Veitch. -42.8847 147.3303Get fit with your Winter Weekday Workouthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/06/21/3530013.htm?source=rss
Hard to find time to exercise or just don't know what to do? Try our Winter Weekday Workout!Tue, 10 Jul 2012 12:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3530013.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ryk Goddard Winter Weekday Workout - ZumbaShake it up and try a salsa in your chairDamien LarkinsABC Local: Damien Larkins-42.8167 147.8167Winter Weekday Workout - Zumbahttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/07/06/3540760.htm?source=rss
Zumba is a dance fitness program that combines fitness with pleasure. Fri, 06 Jul 2012 17:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201207\3540760.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartArts and Entertainment:Dance:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ryk Goddard Winter Weekday Workout - ZumbaShake it up and try a salsa in your chairDamien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsZumba E1 - Chair SalsaSalsa on a chairRyk Goddard and Carmen Falk-42.8847 147.3303Winter Weekday Workout - Qigonghttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/06/21/3530149.htm?source=rss
If you have restricted movement, Qigong is an ideal exercise for you.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3530149.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ryk Goddard Winter Weekday Workout - QigongBreathe from your abdomen and sleep betterDamien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsQigong E1 - Seven BreathsSeven breaths or an SAS survival guide to self control.Ryk Goddard and Brooke Allen-42.8167 147.8167Winter Weekday Workout - The Alexander Techniquehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/06/21/3530057.htm?source=rss
Your brain is the most important muscle.Thu, 21 Jun 2012 09:44:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3530057.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Ryk Goddard Winter Weekday Workout - The Alexander TechniqueThe Alexander Technique can show you how to shower with more freedom!Damien LarkinsABC Local: Damien LarkinsThe Alexander Technique E1 - ShowerHow to shower with more freedom.Ryk Goddard and Elke Rudolph-42.8167 147.8167Cricketers aim to hit fat for sixhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/05/31/3515344.htm?source=rss
A group from the Dodges Ferry cricket team wants has hit upon an idea to improve their health and raise money for the club.Thu, 31 May 2012 13:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3515344.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Dodges Ferry 7173Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Dodges Ferry cricket team players Adam, Tank, Martin, Brent and GeoffreyDodges Ferry cricket team players Adam, Tank, Martin (rear), Brent and Geoffrey (front) are looking to lose a combined total of 150 kilograms by October 1.Jo SpargoABC Local: Jo SpargoCricketers plan to hit fat for sixDodges Ferry cricket team players Adam, Tank, Martin, Brent and Geoffrey are looking to lose a combined total of 150 kilograms by October 1.Jo Spargo-42.8588 147.6163Gardening: the natural alternative to gym membershiphttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/05/29/3513264.htm?source=rss
Here at Weekends we're just as enthusiastic as the rest of the team about getting fit and we reckon we've got the perfect solution for those who don't want to embark on some kind of grim, no-fun health kick.
Tue, 29 May 2012 09:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3513264.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Gardening:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Gardening:DeadeasyAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Peter CundallGardening guru Peter Cundall is a living testament to the health-giving effects of lifelong gardening, an octogenarian in robust good health.Jeremy LeeABC Local Radio: Jeremy LeeGarden guru Peter Cundall on keeping fit gardeningGarden guru and robust octogenarian Peter Cundall is a living testament to the health-giving effects of lifelong gardening.Chris Wisbey-42.8167 147.8167Eating disorders affecting more menhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/03/13/3452156.htm?source=rss
Issues about eating and body image are becoming a problem for and increasing number of Tasmanian boys and men.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3452156.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:All:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Eating DisordersHealth:Drug Use:AllHealth:Mental Health:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Muscly torso of a manClinical Psychologist Dr Rocco Crino says the image is stereotypically lean, muscular and often hairless.sea turtlewww.flickr.com: sea turtle-42.8847 147.3303Internal energy meets external force in kung fu masterhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/videos/2012/03/08/3448999.htm?source=rss
Master of qigong and kung fu demonstrates his skillsThu, 08 Mar 2012 16:54:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201203\3448999.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Martial Arts:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Liu De Ming - master of qigong and kung fuLiu De Ming - master of qigong and kung fuJoel RheinbergerABC Hobart: Joel RheinbergerInterview with Liu De Ming and Brook AllenInterview with Master of qigong and kung fu, Liu De Ming, and his student Brook AllenJoel RheinbergerLiu De Ming demonstrates qigong and kung fuLiu De Ming demonstrates qigong and kung fuJoel Rheinberger-42.8847 147.3303Tassie iron kids pumped for triathlonhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/02/17/3433228.htm?source=rss
Tassie children here is your chance to complete a triathlon just like the iron men and women you see on TV.Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3433228.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasEducation:Schools:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Other Sports:TriathlonAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Cycling on the beachTraining for the triathlonJo SpargoABC local: Jo SpargoKidFit Triathlon explained by Stephen DimseyStephen Dimsey from Life. Be in it explains how every child can take part in the KidFit Triathlon.Jo Spargo-42.8847 147.3303Tasmanians' health lagging behindhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2012/02/16/3432459.htm?source=rss
What are you having for dinner tonight, do you have a weekly menu plan and stick to it or do you call into a fast food outlet on your way home because it is quicker, easier, cheaper and there's no washing up to do?Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:47:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201202\3432459.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Heart DiseaseHealth:Obesity:AllInformation and Communication:Advertising:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250A child's hand reaches into a biscuit containerHeart Foundation CEO Graeme Lynch says we are encouraging our children to eat unhealthy food.
Giulio Saggin, filephotoABC News: Giulio Saggin, filephotoHeart Foundation CEO Graeme Lynch on addressing Tasmania's ailing healthThe Heart Foundation Tasmania chief executive, Graeme Lynch, says more needs to be done to address the fact that Tasmania falls behind the rest of Australia with almost every key health indicator.Penny Terry-42.8847 147.3303Professor Graham Martin on going from doctor to patienthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2012/02/13/3429259.htm?source=rss
Graham Martin had to make the shift from powerful doctor to helpless patient, which changed his thinking on medical care.
Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201202\3429259.xmlABC Radio HobartsydneybrisbaneadelaidehobartperthHealth:All:AllHealth:Alternative Medicine:ChiropractorHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHealth:Mental Health:AllHealth:Rehabilitation:AllHuman Interest:People:AllSport:Martial Arts:AllSport:Martial Arts:KarateAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:WA:AllAustralia:WA:Perth 6000Graham MartinGraham MartinABC Local: Graham MartinGraham Martin in conversation with Richard Fidler-27.4698 153.024Health hopes for obese childrenhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-11-17/obese-children-able-to-become-healthy-adults/3678444?source=rss
Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201111\3369798.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Child Health and Behaviour:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:Healthy recipesHealth:Diseases and Disorders:DiabetesHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Heart DiseaseHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Medical Research:AllHealth:Obesity:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Obese children able to become healthy adultsObese children able to become healthy adults7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASHealth hopes for obese childrenResearchers in Hobart say health risks stemming from obesity in childhood can be overcome in adulthood if the child begins to live a healthy lifestyle.Jackson Vernon-42.8847 147.3303Bikes best for short tripshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2011/10/12/3338085.htm?source=rss
How do you get to work? Perhaps you walk, take the bus, roll in on your skates, fly, skim across the water, ride a horse or cycle a bike. Cycling is a popular option for many Hobartians as it can be cheaper, healthier and sometimes even faster than travelling by car.Thu, 13 Oct 2011 08:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201110\3338085.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Efficient cyclingPeter Gee and Joel Rheinberger rode their bikes to work from North HobartAnneke van de VusseABC Hobart: Anneke van de VusseWater taxi transportMichael Veitch used the water taxi to commute. "I'd do this for recreation, let alone getting to work on time," says MichealAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseUnicycleWhy take a four wheeled bus when you can ride on one!? Phil took up the unicycle for a challenge when he turned 60Anneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseRollingTransport on eight wheelsAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseRoller girlsGirls ffrom the South Island Sirens Roller Derby League, rolled into townAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseRepair manRyk Goddard fixed a punctured bicycle tireAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseBikes in HobartTasmania has a significantly higher rate of recreational riders than the national averageAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseHelpingHow to repair a bike wheelAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseBicycle built for two"Having a child on the bike does make a bit of a difference to the way it handles, you have to think about things more in advance then when it is just you," says JohnAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VussePrecautionConstable Simon Dark from Tasmania Police is tattooing bikes, to identify the rightful owner if stolenAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseLycraLycra clad cyclists dressed for high-visability and comfort enjoy a complimentary breakfastAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseTweedInspired by the golden era of 1950s British cycle touring, elegant tweed attire is appropriate for short leisurely ridesAnneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseTweed attireJan rides to work in his elegant tweed attireAnnekeABC Local: Anneke-42.8847 147.3303Spring cycle, easier than walkinghttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/09/02/3308904.htm?source=rss
Bike riding is faster and more comfortable than walking for some of the older members of the Hobart Walking Club.Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201109\3308904.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Older People:AllAustralia:TAS:Campania 7026Spring cycle, easier than walkingBike riding is faster and more comfortable than walking for some of the older members of the Hobart Walking Club.Anneke van de VusseABC Local: Anneke van de VusseSpring Cycle, easier than walkingBike riding is faster and more comfortable than walking for some of the older members of the Hobart Walking Club.Anneke van de Vusse-42.6663 147.4218Researchers warn against long sitting stintshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2011/03/21/3169876.htm?source=rss
Researchers have warhned that sitting for too long can increase the risk of heart disease even in people who are fit and healthy.Mon, 21 Mar 2011 21:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201103\3169876.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Heart DiseaseHealth:Medical Research:AllHealth:Occupational Health and Safety:AllScience and Technology:Research:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000United States:All:AllResearchers warn against sitting downResearchers warn against sitting down7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASResearchers warn against sitting downAmerican researchers have found that sitting down too long can increase the risk of heart disease even in people who are fit and healthy.Rebecca HewettCycling on the rise as count gets underwayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/03/01/3151486.htm?source=rss
More than 1,000 people will count the number of bikes on the road during peak-hour, to help councils work out where they need to improve cycle routes.
Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:46:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201103\3151486.xmlABC Radio HobartsydneyadelaidehobartmelbourneperthHealth:All:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportAustralia:All:AllAustralia:NSW:Sydney 2000Australia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:VIC:AllAustralia:VIC:Melbourne 3000Australia:WA:Perth 6000Cyclists ride through early-morning fog in PerthMore than 1,000 people will count the number of bikes on the road during peak-hour today.Tony D'AcuntoUser submitted: Tony D'Acunto-37.8099 144.9622Tasmanian fundraising cyclist calls it a dayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/02/27/3149975.htm?source=rss
A Tasmanian cyclist who has organised a charity ride around the state every year for the past three decades is retiring. Sun, 27 Feb 2011 10:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201102\3149975.xmlABC Radio HobartnorthtashobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:Burnie 7320Australia:TAS:Devonport 7310Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Fundraising cyclist hangs up bootsTasmanian Graeme Milburn has announced his retirement after raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for cancer research by cycling almost one million kilometres.-42.8847 147.3303Roxon spruiks health reform to Giddingshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/video/2011/02/16/3140917.htm?source=rss
Federal Health Minister Nicola Roxon has met with Tasmanian Premier Lara Giddings to oversee the construction of a new clinic in Hobart and discuss health reforms.Wed, 16 Feb 2011 22:18:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201102\3140917.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllHealth:Health Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllHealth:Health Administration:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Roxon spruiks health reform to GiddingsRoxon spruiks health reform to Giddings7pm TV News TAS: 7pm TV News TASRoxon spruiks health reform to GiddingsFederal Health Minister Nicola Roxon has met with Tasmanian Premier Lara Giddings to oversee the construction of a new clinic in Hobart and discuss health reforms.Brad MarkhamTasmania facing cholesterol crisishttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/02/16/3140083.htm?source=rss
New research has found Tasmanians have the highest average cholesterol levels in Australia.Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:10:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201102\3140083.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:All:AllHealth:Epidemiology:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Heart DiseaseHealth:Health Policy:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Mountain race recordhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/11/21/3072256.htm?source=rss
Canberra runner Scott McTaggart has won Hobart's Point to Pinnacle half-marathon and beaten a 15 year record.
Sun, 21 Nov 2010 14:36:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201011\3072256.xmlABC Radio HobartcanberrahobartmelbourneHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Athletics:AllSport:Marathon:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:VIC:Geelong 3220Point to Pinnacle 2010 winner Scott McTaggartTV stillABC News: TV still-42.8847 147.3303Tasmanians urged to get active for their mental healthhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2010/10/11/3035200.htm?source=rss
With the warmer weather of spring and extra evening light of Daylight Saving, it's a good time to start to get active and to really look after your physical and mental health. Mental Health Week is asking all Tasmanians to get active for the sake of their mental health.Mon, 11 Oct 2010 16:21:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201010\3035200.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:DepressionHealth:Mental Health:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Mental Health Week logoThis year's Mental Health Week theme is mind and body fitness.Department of Health and Human Services: Department of Health and Human Services-42.8847 147.3303Stitch study seeks volunteershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/09/21/3017944.htm?source=rss
University of Tasmania researchers are looking for volunteers to help them work out what causes the stitch while exercising.Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:07:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3017944.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllScience and Technology:Research:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8167 147.8167Government getting tough in fat fighthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/06/30/2941504.htm?source=rss
The State Government is considering radical measures to reduce Tasmania's worsening obesity epidemic.Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:24:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201006\2941504.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Political Parties:AlpHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Diet and Nutrition:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHealth:Environmental Health:AllHealth:Obesity:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Laws:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllHealth:Health Policy:AllGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250Obese manThe Tasmanian Government could use laws to enforce anti-obesity measures.: -42.8167 147.8167Exercise without leaving your deskhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/04/12/2870561.htm?source=rss
Tasmania's public servants could soon be getting their 30 minutes of daily exercise without leaving their desks.Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:02:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201004\2870561.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartnorthtasHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Australia:TAS:Launceston 7250-42.8847 147.3303Aged care introducing video games for fun and fitnesshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/09/07/2678423.htm?source=rss
An Aged Care Home in Tasmania is introducing video games for the residents to improve their fitness and wellbeing.Mon, 07 Sep 2009 16:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200909\2678423.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHealth:Older People:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllCommunity and Society:Emotions:HappinessAustralia:TAS:New Town 7008Video game consolesVideo games aren't just for the grandkidsJoel RheinbergerABC Local: Joel Rheinberger-42.8638 147.2852The State of Orange; under 10s girls' soccer matchhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/05/04/2560336.htm?source=rss
All over the state, small armies of children gather in shiny uniforms with a ball at their feetThu, 07 May 2009 12:14:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200905\2560336.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Soccer:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Group of the player with ChristopherChristopher gets the low down on the action from the playersKathy GatesABC Local: Kathy GatesChristopher Lawrence kicking a ballChristopher gets into the swing of thingsKathy GatesABC Local: Kathy GatesThe broadcast teamSaturday's broadcast team, left to right, Peter Newlinds, Ashley Tolman TIS woman's football squad member, Vicki Linton TIS woman's football head coach, President of the central soccer region John Parry and sideline specialist and junior sport aficionado Christopher Lawrence.Kathy GatesABC Local: Kathy GatesChristopher LawrenceChristophe Lawrence was Peter's man on the sidelinesKathy GatesABC Local: Kathy Gates-42.8847 147.3303Exercise class for Seniorshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2008/10/02/2380413.htm?source=rss
A surprisingly action-packed exercise class attracts women from 60 to 94 years of age.Thu, 02 Oct 2008 18:39:00 +1000\xmlcontent\200810\2380413.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Exercising for life has many health benefitsExercising for life has many health and social benefitsYvette BarryABC Local: Yvette Barry-42.8847 147.3303Cycling safety in Tasmaniahttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/??TxYear??/??TxMonthNo##??/??TxDayNo##??/s2061938.htm?source=rss
As people got out their bikes and rode to work for National Ride to Work Day, the issue of making the roads and streets safer for cyclists was brought up. Two southern Tasmanian council mayors talked about what they have planned to make cycling safer for everyone.Tue, 30 Oct 2007 11:50:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200710\2061938.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllEvent:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A row of bikes on the Hobart water frontMawson Place filled with bikes for National Ride to Work Day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusHobart Lord Mayor Rob ValentineHobart Lord Mayor Rob Valentine half rode and half drove to work. Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusDr Graham Bury the Mayor of KingboroughDr Graham Bury, the Mayor of Kingborough, was well fitted out for the day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol Raabus-42.8847 147.3303National Ride to Work Day in Hobarthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/??TxYear??/??TxMonthNo##??/??TxDayNo##??/s2061726.htm?source=rss
Events and activities are being held all over the country for National Ride to Work Day. ABC 936 Hobart went down to a free breakfast held for riders at Mawson place on Hobart's waterfront to see what was going on.Wed, 17 Oct 2007 12:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200710\2061726.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllSport:Cycling:AllEvent:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000National Ride to Work Day bannerA number of breakfasts for bike riders were held around Tasmania as part of the first National Ride to Work Day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusCameron Wilson from the Country Hour on an exercise bikeCameron Wilson from the Country Hour came along early in the morning for the spin class.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusTasmanian cyclist Sid TaberlaySid Taberlay braved the chilly dawn to come down to Mawson Place to support National Ride to Work Day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe spin class on the water frontFour people volunteered to come down to Mawson Place and take part in a unique spin class. This spin class had the best view.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusAndy Muirhead takes part in the spin classAndy Muirhead tries to balance a microphone with exercise in a spin class.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe wheels turning quickly in the spin classThe spin class got people puffing and keeping warm in the crisp dawn.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusAny Muirhead on an exercise bikeAndy tried out a bit of the spin classCarol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusA row of bikes on the Hobart water frontMawson Place filled with bikes of all sizes.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe group of riders at National Ride to Work DayA few hundred people registered for National Ride to Work Day. Many of them took advantage of the free breakfast at Mawson Place.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe ABC set up at Mawson Place before sun riseThe ABC got to Mawson Place before the sun to get ready for National Ride to Work Day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol Raabus-42.8847 147.3303From the fridge to National Ride to Work Day, unicycling all the wayhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/??TxYear??/??TxMonthNo##??/??TxDayNo##??/s2061819.htm?source=rss
Phil George-eff made a special trip to Hobart from Dover for National Ride to Work Day. He came up to ride his unicycle on the Hobart waterfront, showing that you don't need two wheels to ride wherever you want.Wed, 17 Oct 2007 11:45:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200710\2061819.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:People:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Phil George-eff on a unicyclePhil rides a unicycle to help his balance for motorbike riding. He was very keen for National Ride to Work Day, getting up very early to make it from Dover.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe unicycleNobody said who have to ride a bicycle to work for National Ride to Work Day. Phil brought along an extra unicycle for people to try their balance.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol Raabus-42.8847 147.3303Get in the spin; National Ride to Work Day in Hobart.http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/??TxYear??/??TxMonthNo##??/??TxDayNo##??/s2060969.htm?source=rss
Riding a bike every day has a range of benefits. You get fitter and healthier. You get to avoid the traffic jams and the problem of finding a place to park. You save money on petrol and you reduce your impact on the planet. Why not start a bike riding habit by taking part in National Ride to Work Day October 17?Tue, 16 Oct 2007 14:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200710\2060969.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllEvent:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A row of bikesDust of your bike and polish your helmet for National Ride to Work Day.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol Raabus-42.8847 147.3303Tasmanian club kicking high at Taekwondo Nationalshttp://www.abc.net.au/tasmania/stories/s2038026.htm?source=rss
Every year member of Taekwondo clubs from all over Australia compete in a national competition. This year a group of eight people from Eagling Taekwondo in southern Tasmania are travelling to Adelaide to compete.Mon, 01 Oct 2007 13:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200710\2038026.xmlABC Radio HobartadelaidehobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllSport:Martial Arts:Taekwon-DoAustralia:SA:Adelaide 5000Australia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Moonah 7009Group shot of the Dale Eagling Taekwondo teamJohn Redgrove, Peter Sowter, Dan Gledhill, Hugh Eagling, Sally Bound, Connor Eagling
Mai Raabus, Nichola White, Kristen Haines, Brendon Servant.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusThe logo for Dale Eagling TaekwondoThe Dale Eagling Taekwondo club was the start of martial arts in Tasmania. Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol Raabus-42.8374 147.2845Lawn bowls on a rollhttp://www.abc.net.au/tasmania/stories/s2035440.htm?source=rss
The first game of bowls was played in Sandy Bay in Tasmania.Wed, 19 Sep 2007 20:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200709\2035440.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllSport:Other Sports:Bowls and PetanqueAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000Lawn bowls at the Derwent City Bowls ClubConcenstration and a steady hand are important when playing lawn bowls.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusLawn bowls ballsLawn bowls balls can now come in a many colours, but the traditional favourite is still black with a coloured circle.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusA lawn bowl touches the jackThe aim of the game is to get your balls closer to the jack than your opponent does.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusGroup playing lawn bowls The Derwent City Bowls Club is one of the biggest lawn bowls clubs in the country.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusJohn Sluis, Tim Cox and Steve Glasson at the Derwent City Bowls ClubTim Cox and Mornings producer John Sluis talking to world champion bowls player Steve Glasson at the Derwent Bowls Club in North Hobart.Carol Raabusabc local radio: Carol RaabusTim Cox at the Derwent City Bowls ClubTim Cox awarding the "Tim Cox Perpetual Trophy" at the Derwent City Bowls Club.abc local radio: -42.8847 147.3303Great Australian Bushwalkhttp://www.abc.net.au/tasmania/stories/s2026820.htm?source=rss
Tasmanians live in a beautiful place. Just a couple of minutes in the car from the capital and you find yourself in the middle of some of the best wilderness the world has to offer. So why not get out in it and take part in the Great Australian Bushwalk this Sunday.Fri, 07 Sep 2007 14:02:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200709\2026820.xmlABC Radio HobarthobartCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllEvent:All:AllAustralia:TAS:AllAustralia:TAS:Hobart 7000A forest in Tasmania. A forest in Tasmania. ABC TV : -42.8167 147.8167